Film Music Festival Kraków - FMF Awards Gala: "Duduś" Matuszkiewicz | Kuźniak | Mancini

Film Music Festival Kraków – FMF Awards Gala: “Duduś” Matuszkiewicz | Kuźniak | Mancini Step into the magnificent interiors of the Juliusz Słowacki Theatre for an unforgettable night of film music, awards, and celebration. The Gala will feature the legendary scores of “Duduś” Matuszkiewicz, the 90‑year‑old composer Henryk Kuźniak, and Hollywood icon Henry Mancini—reimagined in dazzling new arrangements by the Big Band Małopolski, led by conductor Jan Stokłosa. Special guest Mikołaj Trzaska, winner of the 2024 Polish Soundtrack of the Year award, will bring his acclaimed pieces to life with his ROYBER Trio. Relive the classic themes of *More Than Life at Stake* (Stawka większa niż życie), *Vabank* and *The Pink Panther* in fresh, cinematic arrangements. As the night unfolds, the stars of Polish film and theatre will present the FMF Award statuettes in five key categories, including the Jan A.P. Kaczmarek Award, Polish Soundtrack of the Year 2025, FMF Young Talent Award 2026, and FMF Ambassador Award—once again showcasing the best in soundtrack artistry. Don’t miss this historic occasion where iconic melodies, cutting‑edge performances, and the crowning of the year’s finest soundtracks converge under the vaulted ceilings of the Juliusz Słowacki Theatre. Join us for a night that celebrates the past, honors the present, and looks forward to the future of film music.